Job Description:
Job Title: Physiotherapist – LCA
Location: Anekal
Reporting to: Project Manager / Sr. Physiotherapist
1. Job Purpose
To plan and provide physiotherapy and comprehensive rehabilitation services for children and adults with disabilities in a community-based approach. The role focuses on improving functional abilities, independence, and quality of life through home-based, centre-based and community-level interventions, in coordination with a multidisciplinary team and community stakeholders.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Clinical Assessment and Intervention
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Conduct detailed physiotherapy assessments for children and adults with various disabilities (neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, stroke, spinal cord injuries, etc.).
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Develop individualized therapy plans (ITPs) with clear functional goals, timelines, and outcome indicators.
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Provide regular physiotherapy sessions (centre-based, home-based and field visits) using evidence-based techniques.
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Train and guide caregivers and family members on home exercise programmes, positioning, handling, and daily living activities.
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Monitor and document progress of beneficiaries and modify treatment plans as required.
B. Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) Activities
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Participate in community surveys, screening camps and outreach visits to identify people with disabilities.
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Work closely with community workers, ASHA, Anganwadi workers, village volunteers, and local leaders to promote early identification and timely referral.
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Support community-based follow-up of beneficiaries to ensure continuity of care and adherence to therapy through community rehab workers
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Promote inclusion of persons with disabilities in Anganwadi centres, schools, livelihood activities, and community events.
C. Assistive Devices and Mobility Aids
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Assess the need for mobility aids and assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, AFOs, splints, CP chairs, standing frames, etc.).
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Provide measurements, trial, fitting, and basic training in the use and maintenance of assistive devices.
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Coordinate with vendors, organisations and donors for procurement and distribution of aids and appliances with help project coordinator
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Follow up on usage, safety, and effectiveness of mobility aids in the community.
D. Capacity Building and Training
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Conduct training sessions for caregivers, community workers, Anganwadi staff, teachers, and other frontline workers on:
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Basic physiotherapy & home-based care
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Prevention of deformities and contractures
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Safe transfers and positioning
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Early identification of developmental delays
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Prepare and use IEC materials (posters, flip charts, videos, handouts) for awareness and education.
E. Documentation, Reporting and Data Management
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Maintain accurate and updated records of assessments, intervention plans, follow-up notes, and outcomes.
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Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the project and donors as required.
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Contribute to case studies, success stories, and best practices documentation.
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Ensure data confidentiality and ethical handling of beneficiary information.
F. Coordination and Networking
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Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, psychologist, social worker, special educator, community workers).
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Coordinate referrals to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, specialists, government departments and social security schemes.
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Participate in review meetings, case conferences and community coordination meetings.
G. Quality, Safeguarding and Compliance
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Follow clinical protocols, ethical standards and safety guidelines of the organisation.
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Ensure child protection and safeguarding principles are followed at all times.
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Support the organization in maintaining project and donor compliances related to rehabilitation services.
3. Qualification and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physiotherapy (BPT / MPT) from a recognized institution.
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Registration: Valid registration with the respective State Physiotherapy Council (as applicable).
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Experience:
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Minimum 0– 1 years of experience in physiotherapy, preferably in community-based rehabilitation / disability sector / NGO / hospital setting.
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Experience in working with children with developmental disabilities and adults with Neuro and ortho conditions will be an added advantage.
4. Skills and Competencies
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Strong clinical skills in assessment, goal-setting and intervention for persons with disabilities.
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Ability to work in field settings, conduct home visits and travel within the community.
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Good communication and counseling skills with children, families, and community stakeholders.
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Proficiency in local language and basic English (reading and writing reports).
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Ability to train and guide community workers and caregivers.
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Good documentation and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, basic data entry).
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Strong teamwork, empathy, patience and problem-solving skills.
Willing to work 100% in community model
As per the company standard
